The Hawkey Family

In the 1970’s, the Hawkey Family made the brave decision to diversify into tourism. They converted a number of stone and slate barns, which formed the old yard of Penpont Farm, into self-catering holiday cottages.

They proved very popular as visitors enjoyed the mix of a working farm with the peace and quiet of the countryside, close to the Camel Estuary.

The family renovated all the suitable farm buildings and built some new cottages in the surrounding fields. This move created the nucleus for a business that has flourished ever since and is known as “The Olde House“.

Over the years they added extra facilities including a heated indoor swimming pool, sauna, Jacuzzi, indoor/outdoor play areas and tennis courts.